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Cheap Car Hire in Santa Ana from R647

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Santa Ana with a pick-up date of 14/5 and drop-off date of 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Santa Ana, CA, United States
May 16 — May 23
Driver's age: 26-65
Santa Ana, CA, United States
Thu 16/5
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Thu 23/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Santa Ana?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Santa Ana and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 9 May 2024.

January

R891

February

R947

March

R1 040

April

R1 002

May

R928

June

R1 021

July

R1 058

August

R1 077

September

R984

October

R965

November

R965

December

R965

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Santa Ana is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Santa Ana

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Santa Ana and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 9 May 2024.
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There are currently 29 hire locations operating in Santa Ana spread across 18 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Santa Ana is small car at R647 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R647+

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Compact

Compact

R650+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R635+

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Standard

Standard

R635+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 051+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R922+

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Luxury

Luxury

R949+

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Convertible

Convertible

R1 022+

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Compare available car types for rental in Santa Ana

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Santa Ana to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 May 2024.

Top rental agencies in Santa Ana

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Santa Ana known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Santa Ana. Reviews were last updated on 9 May 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Santa Ana, including Dollar, Budget and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Dollar

7,0
Good
173 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

7,1

Budget

6,8
Okay
116 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

6,9

Hertz

6,8
Okay
167 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,3

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,5

Value

6,7

Alamo

9,3
Wonderful
52 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9,4

Comfort

9,5

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

9,2

Value

9,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,6
Very Good
74 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,5

Avis

7,2
Good
44 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,1

Value

6,9

National

9,4
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,4

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,7

Value

9,4

GREEN MOTION

7,8
Good
7 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

8,2

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

8,0

Best Santa Ana car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Santa Ana. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Santa Ana with an average daily rate of R743. Data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Peruse the best Santa Ana car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Volkswagen PoloR647/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Found 05/08/24
Suzuki CiazR650/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Found 05/08/24
Toyota Corolla QuestR684/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Found 05/08/24

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Santa Ana, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 May 2024.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Santa Ana?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Santa Ana from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (R635/day), Avis (R684/day), and Budget (R809/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Santa Ana?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9,3 rating), National (9,0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8,7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Santa Ana.

  • What are petrol prices like in Santa Ana?

    The average price of petrol in Santa Ana is R19,32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R869 and R1 256 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Santa Ana for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 27% in Santa Ana - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Santa Ana?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Santa Ana it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Santa Ana?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Chevrolet Spark) in Santa Ana, making it the most popular option.

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Car hires by fuel type in Santa Ana

Browse car hires by fuel type in Santa Ana. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Santa Ana. Deals were last updated on 9 May 2024.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Santa Ana. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R54+).

Electric

Electric

R54+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R98+

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